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XPJ 200T

1978 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

72,446 mi
Last recorded72,446 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPJ 200T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2018 72,446 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 May 2017 72,362 miles

Nearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 May 2016 72,048 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 71,613 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 71,613 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 70,634 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 70,078 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jan 2012 69,944 miles

FRONT REG PLATE DAMAGED

Oil leak

Pass 8 Mar 2011 68,911 miles

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

front pads look low

Pass 8 Mar 2010 67,907 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 66,765 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 65,447 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 65,447 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Mar 2007 54,095 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2007 54,095 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2006 62,708 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2006 62,705 miles

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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XPJ 200T is a 1978 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XPJ 200T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 48 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XPJ 200T?

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What year was XPJ 200T registered?

XPJ 200T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 4 August 1978.

Is XPJ 200T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPJ 200T shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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